The difference is that the Kiev is indeed welcoming guests, proudly billed as China's first aircraft carrier hotel.

Owners of the Binhai Aircraft Park believe China's burgeoning naval power will drum up customer interest.

"Previously, China didn't have aircraft carriers. People find them mysterious and are curious about them. Even though China's first aircraft carrier has now gone on sea trials, it will be quite hard for the public to ever visit it," said marketing manager Liu Chang. "I guess people can come here to fulfil their curiosity."